This has 18 chapters divided into four sections: "General Bidding Tactics",  "Bidding Conventions", "Declarer Play and "Defensive Play". The chosen system is Acol, with introduced add ons such as the Multi-Coloured Two Diamonds opening. The text is aimed both those new to the game and the intermediate-level player who wishes to improve. It is well organised and gives sound advice for its target audience. A ninteeth chapter looks at "Creating Tops and Bottoms" and begins with advice on estimating the pairs score as each board is played.